Gloom of the Patriarchs: In Hebron the Settlers Are at War - Over Rent

The Israeli West Bank settlement is split, with money the root of the problem. However, one thing they all agree on: No one is going to tell them how to manage the Jewish buildings, including the Civil Administration.

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